Privacy policy

Last updated: 25/2/25

1. Introduction

Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website www.valkhorishko.com, submit an inquiry through our contact form, or interact with our content.

2. What Data We Collect

a) Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact Form Submissions: Name, email address, phone number (if provided), and any message you send.

  • Newsletter Sign-ups: If you subscribe to updates, we may store your email address for communication purposes.

b) Information Collected Automatically (via Squarespace & Analytics)

  • Device & Browser Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and screen resolution.

  • Website Activity: Pages visited, time spent on the site, and interactions.

  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Squarespace uses cookies to improve functionality and track site performance.

3. How We Use Your Data

We only use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries submitted through our contact form.

  • To provide services, schedule consultations, or discuss potential work.

  • To send occasional updates (if you opt into a newsletter).

  • To analyze website traffic and improve the user experience.

Squarespace may process some of your data on our behalf (e.g., form submissions, analytics). Their privacy policy can be found here.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Data

Under GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases to process your data:

  • Consent: When you submit a form, you explicitly agree to us using your data to respond.

  • Legitimate Interest: We analyze site traffic to improve our content and services.

  • Contractual Obligation: If we enter a business agreement, we may process necessary details.

You can withdraw consent at any time by emailing val.khorishko@gmail.com.

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

  • Inquiry submissions are stored for 12 months and deleted unless needed for ongoing work.

  • Newsletter subscriptions remain until you unsubscribe.

  • Analytics data is stored automatically via Squarespace and third-party services.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

As an EU resident, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.

  • Request corrections to inaccurate information.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.

  • Request deletion of your personal data ("Right to be Forgotten").

  • Object to processing under certain conditions.

To exercise your rights, email us at val.khorishko@gmail.com.

7. Data Security & Third-Party Services

We take security seriously and implement measures such as:

  • Squarespace’s built-in SSL encryption.

  • Secure storage of contact form submissions.

  • Regular monitoring of website security.

Third-Party Tools We Use

  • Squarespace Analytics: Tracks website activity.

  • Google Analytics : Analyzes visitor data.

    These services may process your data independently; please review their privacy policies for details.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies for functionality and analytics. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

Squarespace automatically collects:

  • Essential site cookies (for navigation & security).

  • Performance cookies (for analytics & traffic insights).

  • Marketing cookies (if applicable for ads or integrations).

You can adjust cookie settings through your browser or opt out of analytics tracking [insert opt-out link if applicable].

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or your data rights, contact us at:

Email: val.khorishko@gmail.com
Website: www.valkhorishko.com